2009 Citroen Xsara vs. 2011 Lada Niva
To start off, 2011 Lada Niva is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Citroen Xsara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Citroen Xsara would be higher. At 1,749 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Citroen Xsara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Citroen Xsara (114 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 2011 Lada Niva. (81 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Citroen Xsara should accelerate faster than 2011 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Citroen Xsara weights approximately 35 kg more than 2011 Lada Niva. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Citroen Xsara. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Lada Niva will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2009 Citroen Xsara (161 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Lada Niva. (128 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Citroen Xsara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Citroen Xsara | 2011 Lada Niva | |
| Make | Citroen | Lada |
| Model | Xsara | Niva |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1749 cc | 1690 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 161 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.7 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.4 mm | 80 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 190 km/hour | 137 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.2 seconds | 19.3 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1285 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 3730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2210 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.7 L/100km | 11.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 45 L |
